1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
